________ are teeth with flattened crowns and prominent ridges that are adapted for crushing and grinding.

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Molars are large teeth with flattened crowns and prominent ridges that are specifically designed for crushing and grinding food. This is especially important for omnivores and herbivores that consume tough plant material, which requires more force and grinding to break down for digestion. Cuspids (B) and Canines (D) have pointed crowns that are adapted for tearing and gripping, while Eye teeth (C) is another term for Canines. Dentins (E) are not teeth, but rather a calcified tissue layer that makes up the bulk of a tooth.

________ Are Teeth with Flattened Crowns and Prominent Ridges That